John Washington
Ultimate Sweet and Tangy Vegetable Stir-Fry with Garlic-Infused Sauce
This delightful vegetable stir-fry features a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, enhanced by a rich, garlic-infused sauce. It’s a versatile dish that can be served as a side or a main course when paired with rice or noodles. The combination of colorful veggies ensures that this dish is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.
Ingredients:
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1 red bell pepper, julienned
– 1 yellow bell pepper, julienned
– 1 cup snap peas
– 1 cup baby corn, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 carrot, julienned
– 1 zucchini, julienned
– 1 cup broccoli florets
– 2 green onions, sliced
– 3 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch
– 1/4 cup water
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Dissolve the cornstarch in 1/4 cup of water and add it to the soy sauce mixture. Set aside.
2. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Sauté the Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil. Sauté for approximately 1 minute, or until aromatic.
4. Add the Vegetables: Begin by adding the broccoli florets, carrots, and snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes.
5. Incorporate Other Vegetables: Add the julienned bell peppers, baby corn, and zucchini into the skillet. Continue stir-frying for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
6. Add the Sauce: Give the sauce mixture a quick stir and pour it over the vegetables. Stir well to coat all the vegetables evenly.
7. Cook the Sauce: Allow the sauce to thicken slightly while stirring the vegetables to ensure even cooking, approximately 2 minutes.
8. Season with Salt and Pepper: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
9. Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish, if using.
Serve the Ultimate Sweet and Tangy Vegetable Stir-Fry immediately over cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal. Enjoy this vibrant and flavorful dish that’s not only delicious but also packed with nutritious vegetables.
